And he even has markings of years past to prove his dedication to the cause.

“My shoes have got colors from 20 years worth of painting on them," McEathron said.

But McEathron is just one of thousands. In fact, nearly 2,000 GE employees and retirees learned their way around a paintbrush Wednesday, doing work principal Maria Gonzalez Edwards said will not only improve the interior of her school but also leave a lasting impression on her students.

"I’m like emotional about it. That so many people would be committed to our kids and to this school," Maria Gonzalez Edwards said.

This year marks the 24th year of GE Community Service Day in Milwaukee. 20 different schools in the Milwaukee area benefited from the day of service, impacting at least 10,000 students.

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